Wedding Photo of the Week--Kids--12/19/11

[picturesque]

<p>I am continuing the theme assignment in this week's POW. I may even change the title, but not right away. This week's theme is Kids. So post your most creative or interesting photos of the little ones. These would be kids who are part of the wedding party--flower girls, ring bearers, etc.<br>

<br />Make sure it is 700 pixels or less in width and/or length - AND - make sure to enter a caption in the caption box on that page where you've uploaded. Some details about the shot would be helpful.<br /><br />This is not a contest - but simply a discussion of art and technique, with illustrations. Positive as well as constructive suggestions are what will occur. HOWEVER - IF you wish to post your image but DO NOT WANT to be considered for critique - please say so in your caption. Images that show as a link will be deleted and you'll be asked to re-post.<br /><br />Newcomers and Pros are both welcome to post in this thread. You can start discussing immediately. ;-)</p>

[Dave Gardner]

<p>These four stole the show the whole day. Here they were helping each other down a wooded path. I had an other shot of them scurrying in the church...like little women...can't seem to find it.....</p>

<p>Anyway always love this...</p><div></div>

[bikealps]

<p>These two adorable little ones walked arm-in-arm down the aisle this weekend. Later in the evening they put on a dance exhibition for their parents. Wow, can these tikes dance!</p><div></div>

[bikealps]

<p>another one from the same wedding... Nadine -- is it ok to post two? if not, please delete and I'll refrain in the future.</p><div></div>

[rab_l]

<p>One from a wedding I'm working on. 5D11, 2500iso, 30th 1.4.</p>

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[fuccisphotos]

<p>Dave, I love it. What treatment did you use? I love how it makes the satin bows look.</p>

[tomislav_kovacicek]

<p>D700, 50mm, f2.2, ISO 2500, 1/160 sec.</p><div></div>

[Dave Gardner]

<p>Vail,<br>

Thanks Vail....i used a lite desaturation...then upped the brightness to were i wanted it in the highlighted ares. Then 'masked' it and using paint brush at about 10% brought the highs back gradually. You can also blow out the image...then drop back one step in your history.....then use your history brush....about 10%...then bring back the brightness....</p>

<p>You can go crazy with layers, history, etc....as you can see in this image... </p><div></div>

[ed_te_pas]

<p>This is one of my favorites. A very cute and spontaneous little girl. </p><div></div>

[Uhooru]

<p>This isn't a great pic, but the flower girl was the star of just about any photo she was in and mega cute. Here dancing with the bride. Enjoying all of these.</p><div></div>

[fotografz]

<p>First taste of wine ... </p><div></div>

[wedding-photography-denver]

<p>Marc, lovely shot and timing.</p>

<p>Here is one from a late season wedding... flower girl took off running at time we were set to do family formals and had to be "recovered" by the groomsman.</p>

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[fuccisphotos]

What I live with these shots is they are filled with unbridled joy. I feel like I want to find that same joy throughout the

whole wedding after looking at these.

[Dave Gardner]

<p>LOLOL...Marc that expression says it all...</p>

[charlies_photo-favs]

<p>My photos did not attach, so I'll try again - This shy little man was the righbearer at a outdoor wedding back in the summer. The bride squatted down so I could get a shot of them together and asked him to give her a kiss. He hesitated, then finally peeked her on the cheek. Not technically perfect and the photos did not downsize to well for this thread, but we got the shot.<img src="<a href="http:/s9.photobucket.com/albums/a96/lawman/?action=view&current=236acopy.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http:/i9.photobucket.com/albums/a96/lawman/236acopy.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>" alt="" /></p>

<p><img src="<a href="http:/s9.photobucket.com/albums/a96/lawman/?action=view&current=237acopy.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http:/i9.photobucket.com/albums/a96/lawman/237acopy.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>" alt="" /></p><div></div>

[charlies_photo-favs]

<p>And here is the second photo as I'm not sure how to get it into the above post.</p><div></div>

[david_schilling___chicago_]

<p>Kids can be fun but require you to anticipate their moments and catch them when you can....</p><div></div>

[david_schilling___chicago_]

<p>At the backdrop you may run in to an attitude now and then....</p><div></div>

[david_schilling___chicago_]

<p>Most of the time kids can be alot of fun.....</p><div></div>

[savagesax]

Not to discourage photographers from posting kids, but get the parents permission. Even though the bride and groom signed your contract sadly it doesn't cover kids, so folks be real careful here.